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Outback Exploratorium - making science fun and accessible
Who we are
A STEAM Education Lab
Science Squad, Curiosity Club, ArtXP, educational displays, toys and games our Lab will not disappoint
Based in Emerald, QLD
Located on the Nogoa River in Queensland’s beautiful Central Highlands Emerald is a rural town – boasting a Historic Railway Station, Lake Maraboon and Fairbairn Dam, sapphire gemfields, industrial, agricultural and mining industries, Botanical Gardens and unique National Park access.
One of a kind
Community based, not-for-profit, independent facility, offering engaging opportunities for all including science squad, curiosity club, art workshops, street library, birthday celebrations and retail therapy
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Values
Think big. Act local.
At Oxp we explore big ideas and find ways to share them with the local community!
Share Authentic Stories
We believe that authentic storytelling is key to a thriving community.
Ignite Curiosity
Explore your passions and constantly feed your curiosity across STEAM!
Be open for all
Diversity and inclusivity is a must at OXp. Everyone is welcome here!
Think big. Act local,
At Oxp we explore big ideas and find ways to share them with the local community!
Share Authentic Stories
We believe that authentic storytelling is key to a thriving community.
Ignite Curiosity
Explore your passions and constantly feed your curiosity across STEAM!
Be open for all
Diversity and inclusivity is a must at OXp. Everyone is welcome here!
A brief history
Central Highlands Science Centre has been involved in delivering informal STEAM education in the Central Highlands for more than twenty-five years. Boasting the title of the most remote science museum in Australia. Operating independent of government funds as a community-based, not-for-profit Queensland organisation. Facilitating community STEAM events, education expos & school holiday programs. Working with local partners and community groups to promote STEAM in the Central Highlands region and beyond; champion of STEAM education in regional Australia.